Amanda Way

Amanda Way is an experienced biotech and healthcare professional currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer & President at CognifiSense, Inc.1 With a background in investing, board membership, operations, and research, she has established herself as a prominent figure in the healthcare and biotechnology sectors.1

Professional Experience

Prior to her current role at CognifiSense, Amanda held significant positions in the healthcare industry:

• She worked on the Health Team at Emerson Collective for five years, focusing on investing in biotech and digital health.2
• In February 2024, she joined Boom Capital as a Venture Partner, working alongside Celestine "Cee Cee" Schnugg.3

Education and Skills

Amanda's educational background includes:

• A degree from Stanford University1
• Proficiency in multiple languages: Native English, professional working proficiency in Spanish, and elementary proficiency in Polish1

Additional Qualifications and Interests

Amanda holds several licenses and certifications:

• Student Pilot license from the Federal Aviation Administration
• Motorcycle License from the California Department of Motor Vehicles
• Advanced Open Water Diver certification from PADI1

She is also involved in various volunteer activities and organizations:

• Healthcare Vertical Co-lead at EVCA
• Board Member of the Brown Alumni Entrepreneurship Group
• Figure Skating Judge for U.S. Figure Skating
• Long-time involvement with Girl Scouts of America, including achieving the Gold Award1

Amanda's interests extend beyond her professional life, encompassing activities such as figure skating and diving. Her diverse skill set and experiences in healthcare, investing, and entrepreneurship have positioned her as a leader in the biotech and healthcare innovation space.